BUILDERS WITHOUT BORDERS 6 of 6: Graham Mckay
Dec
17
7:00 PM19:00

BUILDERS WITHOUT BORDERS 6 of 6: Graham Mckay

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Join us for our 6 Speaker Talk Series

1 of 6 November 5th 7pm Builders without Borders talk with Harold Burnham (Burnham Boat Building, MA)

2 of 6 November 14th 7pm Builders without Borders talk with Walt Ansel (Mystic Seaport, CT)

3 of 6 November 21st 7pm Builders without Borders talk with Warren Barker (IRYS, RI)

4 of 6 December 12th 7pm Builders without Borders talk with Carolyn Corbin (Schooner Tyrone, ME)

5 of 6 December 14th 11am Builders without Borders talk with Soren Neilson (Viking Museum, Denmark)

6 of 6 December 17th 7pm Builders without Borders talk with Graham McKay (Lowell's Boat Shop, MA)

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    Wishing everyone a joyful and peaceful holiday season! As we embrace the beauty of winter, may this time bring warmth, connection, and celebration, no matter how you choose to observe. Happy holidays from all of us at the Essex Historica
Dec
21
to Dec 31

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Wishing everyone a joyful and peaceful holiday season! As we embrace the beauty of winter, may this time bring warmth, connection, and celebration, no matter how you choose to observe. Happy holidays from all of us at the Essex Historical Society and Shipbuilding Museum!

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First Aid, CPR & AED COURSE
Jan
11
8:00 AM08:00

First Aid, CPR & AED COURSE

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First Aid, CPR, and AED Certification Course
Hosted by the Essex Historical Society and Shipbuilding Museum
Led by National Safety Council Certified Trainer Jack Montgomery

Are you ready to make a difference when it matters most? Gain life-saving skills and the confidence to act in emergencies by joining this comprehensive certification course.

What You’ll Learn:

  • Recognize a medical emergency and act effectively

  • Handle breathing and cardiac emergencies

  • Sustain life until professional help arrives

  • Prevent disease transmission

  • Identify and care for bleeding, sudden illnesses, and injuries

Who Would Benefit:

This course is ideal for anyone who wants to be prepared, including:

  • Educators, teachers, and coaches

  • EMS, law enforcement, and fire personnel

  • Airline staff and lifeguards

  • Athletic or personal trainers

  • Retail, restaurant, and hospitality staff

  • Employees needing refresher training

  • Professional mariners, arborists, tree workers, and landscape crews

  • Clammers and those working near waterways

  • Anyone interested in safety or requiring certification

Certification:

  • Certification is valid for 2 years.

  • Curriculum meets or exceeds state and OSHA standards and the 2020 American Heart Association Guidelines for CPR and ECC.

Be prepared. Be certified. Be confident.

https://www.essexshipbuilding.org/tickets

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First Aid, CPR & AED COURSE
Jan
13
8:00 AM08:00

First Aid, CPR & AED COURSE

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First Aid, CPR, and AED Certification Course
Hosted by the Essex Historical Society and Shipbuilding Museum
Led by National Safety Council Certified Trainer Jack Montgomery

Are you ready to make a difference when it matters most? Gain life-saving skills and the confidence to act in emergencies by joining this comprehensive certification course.

What You’ll Learn:

  • Recognize a medical emergency and act effectively

  • Handle breathing and cardiac emergencies

  • Sustain life until professional help arrives

  • Prevent disease transmission

  • Identify and care for bleeding, sudden illnesses, and injuries

Who Would Benefit:

This course is ideal for anyone who wants to be prepared, including:

  • Educators, teachers, and coaches

  • EMS, law enforcement, and fire personnel

  • Airline staff and lifeguards

  • Athletic or personal trainers

  • Retail, restaurant, and hospitality staff

  • Employees needing refresher training

  • Professional mariners, arborists, tree workers, and landscape crews

  • Clammers and those working near waterways

  • Anyone interested in safety or requiring certification

Certification:

  • Certification is valid for 2 years.

  • Curriculum meets or exceeds state and OSHA standards and the 2020 American Heart Association Guidelines for CPR and ECC.

Be prepared. Be certified. Be confident.

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First Aid, CPR & AED COURSE
Jan
25
8:00 AM08:00

First Aid, CPR & AED COURSE

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  • Google Calendar ICS

First Aid, CPR, and AED Certification Course
Hosted by the Essex Historical Society and Shipbuilding Museum
Led by National Safety Council Certified Trainer Jack Montgomery

Are you ready to make a difference when it matters most? Gain life-saving skills and the confidence to act in emergencies by joining this comprehensive certification course.

What You’ll Learn:

  • Recognize a medical emergency and act effectively

  • Handle breathing and cardiac emergencies

  • Sustain life until professional help arrives

  • Prevent disease transmission

  • Identify and care for bleeding, sudden illnesses, and injuries

Who Would Benefit:

This course is ideal for anyone who wants to be prepared, including:

  • Educators, teachers, and coaches

  • EMS, law enforcement, and fire personnel

  • Airline staff and lifeguards

  • Athletic or personal trainers

  • Retail, restaurant, and hospitality staff

  • Employees needing refresher training

  • Professional mariners, arborists, tree workers, and landscape crews

  • Clammers and those working near waterways

  • Anyone interested in safety or requiring certification

Certification:

  • Certification is valid for 2 years.

  • Curriculum meets or exceeds state and OSHA standards and the 2020 American Heart Association Guidelines for CPR and ECC.

Be prepared. Be certified. Be confident.

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First Aid, CPR & AED COURSE
Jan
27
8:00 AM08:00

First Aid, CPR & AED COURSE

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  • Google Calendar ICS

First Aid, CPR, and AED Certification Course
Hosted by the Essex Historical Society and Shipbuilding Museum
Led by National Safety Council Certified Trainer Jack Montgomery

Are you ready to make a difference when it matters most? Gain life-saving skills and the confidence to act in emergencies by joining this comprehensive certification course.

What You’ll Learn:

  • Recognize a medical emergency and act effectively

  • Handle breathing and cardiac emergencies

  • Sustain life until professional help arrives

  • Prevent disease transmission

  • Identify and care for bleeding, sudden illnesses, and injuries

Who Would Benefit:

This course is ideal for anyone who wants to be prepared, including:

  • Educators, teachers, and coaches

  • EMS, law enforcement, and fire personnel

  • Airline staff and lifeguards

  • Athletic or personal trainers

  • Retail, restaurant, and hospitality staff

  • Employees needing refresher training

  • Professional mariners, arborists, tree workers, and landscape crews

  • Clammers and those working near waterways

  • Anyone interested in safety or requiring certification

Certification:

  • Certification is valid for 2 years.

  • Curriculum meets or exceeds state and OSHA standards and the 2020 American Heart Association Guidelines for CPR and ECC.

Be prepared. Be certified. Be confident.

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First Aid, CPR & AED COURSE
Feb
8
8:00 AM08:00

First Aid, CPR & AED COURSE

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  • Google Calendar ICS

First Aid, CPR, and AED Certification Course
Hosted by the Essex Historical Society and Shipbuilding Museum
Led by National Safety Council Certified Trainer Jack Montgomery

Are you ready to make a difference when it matters most? Gain life-saving skills and the confidence to act in emergencies by joining this comprehensive certification course.

What You’ll Learn:

  • Recognize a medical emergency and act effectively

  • Handle breathing and cardiac emergencies

  • Sustain life until professional help arrives

  • Prevent disease transmission

  • Identify and care for bleeding, sudden illnesses, and injuries

Who Would Benefit:

This course is ideal for anyone who wants to be prepared, including:

  • Educators, teachers, and coaches

  • EMS, law enforcement, and fire personnel

  • Airline staff and lifeguards

  • Athletic or personal trainers

  • Retail, restaurant, and hospitality staff

  • Employees needing refresher training

  • Professional mariners, arborists, tree workers, and landscape crews

  • Clammers and those working near waterways

  • Anyone interested in safety or requiring certification

Certification:

  • Certification is valid for 2 years.

  • Curriculum meets or exceeds state and OSHA standards and the 2020 American Heart Association Guidelines for CPR and ECC.

Be prepared. Be certified. Be confident.

https://www.essexshipbuilding.org/tickets

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First Aid, CPR & AED COURSE
Feb
10
8:00 AM08:00

First Aid, CPR & AED COURSE

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  • Google Calendar ICS

First Aid, CPR, and AED Certification Course
Hosted by the Essex Historical Society and Shipbuilding Museum
Led by National Safety Council Certified Trainer Jack Montgomery

Are you ready to make a difference when it matters most? Gain life-saving skills and the confidence to act in emergencies by joining this comprehensive certification course.

What You’ll Learn:

  • Recognize a medical emergency and act effectively

  • Handle breathing and cardiac emergencies

  • Sustain life until professional help arrives

  • Prevent disease transmission

  • Identify and care for bleeding, sudden illnesses, and injuries

Who Would Benefit:

This course is ideal for anyone who wants to be prepared, including:

  • Educators, teachers, and coaches

  • EMS, law enforcement, and fire personnel

  • Airline staff and lifeguards

  • Athletic or personal trainers

  • Retail, restaurant, and hospitality staff

  • Employees needing refresher training

  • Professional mariners, arborists, tree workers, and landscape crews

  • Clammers and those working near waterways

  • Anyone interested in safety or requiring certification

Certification:

  • Certification is valid for 2 years.

  • Curriculum meets or exceeds state and OSHA standards and the 2020 American Heart Association Guidelines for CPR and ECC.

Be prepared. Be certified. Be confident.

https://www.essexshipbuilding.org/tickets

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First Aid, CPR & AED COURSE
Feb
22
8:00 AM08:00

First Aid, CPR & AED COURSE

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  • Google Calendar ICS

First Aid, CPR, and AED Certification Course
Hosted by the Essex Historical Society and Shipbuilding Museum
Led by National Safety Council Certified Trainer Jack Montgomery

Are you ready to make a difference when it matters most? Gain life-saving skills and the confidence to act in emergencies by joining this comprehensive certification course.

What You’ll Learn:

  • Recognize a medical emergency and act effectively

  • Handle breathing and cardiac emergencies

  • Sustain life until professional help arrives

  • Prevent disease transmission

  • Identify and care for bleeding, sudden illnesses, and injuries

Who Would Benefit:

This course is ideal for anyone who wants to be prepared, including:

  • Educators, teachers, and coaches

  • EMS, law enforcement, and fire personnel

  • Airline staff and lifeguards

  • Athletic or personal trainers

  • Retail, restaurant, and hospitality staff

  • Employees needing refresher training

  • Professional mariners, arborists, tree workers, and landscape crews

  • Clammers and those working near waterways

  • Anyone interested in safety or requiring certification

Certification:

  • Certification is valid for 2 years.

  • Curriculum meets or exceeds state and OSHA standards and the 2020 American Heart Association Guidelines for CPR and ECC.

Be prepared. Be certified. Be confident.

https://www.essexshipbuilding.org/tickets

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First Aid, CPR & AED COURSE
Feb
24
8:00 AM08:00

First Aid, CPR & AED COURSE

  • Essex Historical Society & Shipbuilding Museum (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

First Aid, CPR, and AED Certification Course
Hosted by the Essex Historical Society and Shipbuilding Museum
Led by National Safety Council Certified Trainer Jack Montgomery

Are you ready to make a difference when it matters most? Gain life-saving skills and the confidence to act in emergencies by joining this comprehensive certification course.

What You’ll Learn:

  • Recognize a medical emergency and act effectively

  • Handle breathing and cardiac emergencies

  • Sustain life until professional help arrives

  • Prevent disease transmission

  • Identify and care for bleeding, sudden illnesses, and injuries

Who Would Benefit:

This course is ideal for anyone who wants to be prepared, including:

  • Educators, teachers, and coaches

  • EMS, law enforcement, and fire personnel

  • Airline staff and lifeguards

  • Athletic or personal trainers

  • Retail, restaurant, and hospitality staff

  • Employees needing refresher training

  • Professional mariners, arborists, tree workers, and landscape crews

  • Clammers and those working near waterways

  • Anyone interested in safety or requiring certification

Certification:

  • Certification is valid for 2 years.

  • Curriculum meets or exceeds state and OSHA standards and the 2020 American Heart Association Guidelines for CPR and ECC.

Be prepared. Be certified. Be confident.

https://www.essexshipbuilding.org/tickets

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First Aid, CPR & AED COURSE
Mar
1
8:00 AM08:00

First Aid, CPR & AED COURSE

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  • Google Calendar ICS

First Aid, CPR, and AED Certification Course
Hosted by the Essex Historical Society and Shipbuilding Museum
Led by National Safety Council Certified Trainer Jack Montgomery

Are you ready to make a difference when it matters most? Gain life-saving skills and the confidence to act in emergencies by joining this comprehensive certification course.

What You’ll Learn:

  • Recognize a medical emergency and act effectively

  • Handle breathing and cardiac emergencies

  • Sustain life until professional help arrives

  • Prevent disease transmission

  • Identify and care for bleeding, sudden illnesses, and injuries

Who Would Benefit:

This course is ideal for anyone who wants to be prepared, including:

  • Educators, teachers, and coaches

  • EMS, law enforcement, and fire personnel

  • Airline staff and lifeguards

  • Athletic or personal trainers

  • Retail, restaurant, and hospitality staff

  • Employees needing refresher training

  • Professional mariners, arborists, tree workers, and landscape crews

  • Clammers and those working near waterways

  • Anyone interested in safety or requiring certification

Certification:

  • Certification is valid for 2 years.

  • Curriculum meets or exceeds state and OSHA standards and the 2020 American Heart Association Guidelines for CPR and ECC.

Be prepared. Be certified. Be confident.

https://www.essexshipbuilding.org/tickets

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First Aid, CPR & AED COURSE
Mar
3
8:00 AM08:00

First Aid, CPR & AED COURSE

  • Essex Historical Society & Shipbuilding Museum (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

First Aid, CPR, and AED Certification Course
Hosted by the Essex Historical Society and Shipbuilding Museum
Led by National Safety Council Certified Trainer Jack Montgomery

Are you ready to make a difference when it matters most? Gain life-saving skills and the confidence to act in emergencies by joining this comprehensive certification course.

What You’ll Learn:

  • Recognize a medical emergency and act effectively

  • Handle breathing and cardiac emergencies

  • Sustain life until professional help arrives

  • Prevent disease transmission

  • Identify and care for bleeding, sudden illnesses, and injuries

Who Would Benefit:

This course is ideal for anyone who wants to be prepared, including:

  • Educators, teachers, and coaches

  • EMS, law enforcement, and fire personnel

  • Airline staff and lifeguards

  • Athletic or personal trainers

  • Retail, restaurant, and hospitality staff

  • Employees needing refresher training

  • Professional mariners, arborists, tree workers, and landscape crews

  • Clammers and those working near waterways

  • Anyone interested in safety or requiring certification

Certification:

  • Certification is valid for 2 years.

  • Curriculum meets or exceeds state and OSHA standards and the 2020 American Heart Association Guidelines for CPR and ECC.

Be prepared. Be certified. Be confident.

https://www.essexshipbuilding.org/tickets

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First Aid, CPR & AED COURSE
Mar
22
8:00 AM08:00

First Aid, CPR & AED COURSE

  • Essex Historical Society & Shipbuilding Museum (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

First Aid, CPR, and AED Certification Course
Hosted by the Essex Historical Society and Shipbuilding Museum
Led by National Safety Council Certified Trainer Jack Montgomery

Are you ready to make a difference when it matters most? Gain life-saving skills and the confidence to act in emergencies by joining this comprehensive certification course.

What You’ll Learn:

  • Recognize a medical emergency and act effectively

  • Handle breathing and cardiac emergencies

  • Sustain life until professional help arrives

  • Prevent disease transmission

  • Identify and care for bleeding, sudden illnesses, and injuries

Who Would Benefit:

This course is ideal for anyone who wants to be prepared, including:

  • Educators, teachers, and coaches

  • EMS, law enforcement, and fire personnel

  • Airline staff and lifeguards

  • Athletic or personal trainers

  • Retail, restaurant, and hospitality staff

  • Employees needing refresher training

  • Professional mariners, arborists, tree workers, and landscape crews

  • Clammers and those working near waterways

  • Anyone interested in safety or requiring certification

Certification:

  • Certification is valid for 2 years.

  • Curriculum meets or exceeds state and OSHA standards and the 2020 American Heart Association Guidelines for CPR and ECC.

Be prepared. Be certified. Be confident.

https://www.essexshipbuilding.org/tickets

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First Aid, CPR & AED COURSE
Mar
24
8:00 AM08:00

First Aid, CPR & AED COURSE

  • Essex Historical Society & Shipbuilding Museum (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

First Aid, CPR, and AED Certification Course
Hosted by the Essex Historical Society and Shipbuilding Museum
Led by National Safety Council Certified Trainer Jack Montgomery

Are you ready to make a difference when it matters most? Gain life-saving skills and the confidence to act in emergencies by joining this comprehensive certification course.

What You’ll Learn:

  • Recognize a medical emergency and act effectively

  • Handle breathing and cardiac emergencies

  • Sustain life until professional help arrives

  • Prevent disease transmission

  • Identify and care for bleeding, sudden illnesses, and injuries

Who Would Benefit:

This course is ideal for anyone who wants to be prepared, including:

  • Educators, teachers, and coaches

  • EMS, law enforcement, and fire personnel

  • Airline staff and lifeguards

  • Athletic or personal trainers

  • Retail, restaurant, and hospitality staff

  • Employees needing refresher training

  • Professional mariners, arborists, tree workers, and landscape crews

  • Clammers and those working near waterways

  • Anyone interested in safety or requiring certification

Certification:

  • Certification is valid for 2 years.

  • Curriculum meets or exceeds state and OSHA standards and the 2020 American Heart Association Guidelines for CPR and ECC.

Be prepared. Be certified. Be confident.

https://www.essexshipbuilding.org/tickets

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BUILDERS WITHOUT BORDERS 5 of 6: Soren Nielsen
Dec
14
11:00 AM11:00

BUILDERS WITHOUT BORDERS 5 of 6: Soren Nielsen

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Join us for our 6 Speaker Talk Series

1 of 6 November 5th 7pm Builders without Borders talk with Harold Burnham (Burnham Boat Building, MA)

2 of 6 November 14th 7pm Builders without Borders talk with Walt Ansel (Mystic Seaport, CT)

3 of 6 November 21st 7pm Builders without Borders talk with Warren Barker (IRYS, RI)

4 of 6 December 12th 7pm Builders without Borders talk with Carolyn Corbin (Schooner Tyrone, ME)

5 of 6 December 14th 11am Builders without Borders talk with Soren Neilson (Viking Museum, Denmark)

6 of 6 December 17th 7pm Builders without Borders talk with Graham McKay (Lowell's Boat Shop, MA)

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BUILDERS WITHOUT BORDERS 4 of 6: Carolyn Corbin
Dec
12
7:00 PM19:00

BUILDERS WITHOUT BORDERS 4 of 6: Carolyn Corbin

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  • Google Calendar ICS

Join us for our 6 Speaker Talk Series

1 of 6 November 5th 7pm Builders without Borders talk with Harold Burnham (Burnham Boat Building, MA)

2 of 6 November 14th 7pm Builders without Borders talk with Walt Ansel (Mystic Seaport, CT)

3 of 6 November 21st 7pm Builders without Borders talk with Warren Barker (IRYS, RI)

4 of 6 December 12th 7pm Builders without Borders talk with Carolyn Corbin (Schooner Tyrone, ME)

5 of 6 December 14th 11am Builders without Borders talk with Soren Neilson (Viking Museum, Denmark)

6 of 6 December 17th 7pm Builders without Borders talk with Graham McKay (Lowell's Boat Shop, MA)

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BUILDERS WITHOUT BORDERS 3 of 6: Warren Barker
Nov
21
7:00 PM19:00

BUILDERS WITHOUT BORDERS 3 of 6: Warren Barker

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Join us for our 6 Speaker Talk Series

1 of 6 November 5th 7pm Builders without Borders talk with Harold Burnham (Burnham Boat Building)

2 of 6 November 14th 7pm Builders without Borders talk with Walt Ansel (Mystic Seaport)

3 of 6 November 21st 7pm Builders without Borders talk with Warren Barker (IRYS)

4 of 6 December 12th 7pm Builders without Borders talk with Carolyn Corbin (Schooner Tyrone)

5 of 6 December 14th 11am Builders without Borders talk with Soren Neilson (Viking Museum, Denmark)

6 of 6 December 17th 7pm Builders without Borders talk with Graham McKay (Lowell's Boat Shop)

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Students on Site
Nov
18
to Nov 19

Students on Site

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Students are on-site at the Essex Historical Society and Shipbuilding Museum today, participating in our year-round programs focused on shipbuilding, environmental stewardship, and life skills.

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BUILDERS WITHOUT BORDERS 2 of 6: Walter Ansel
Nov
14
7:00 PM19:00

BUILDERS WITHOUT BORDERS 2 of 6: Walter Ansel

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Join us for our 6 Speaker Talk Series

1 of 6 November 5th 7pm Builders without Borders talk with Harold Burnham (Burnham Boat Building, MA)

2 of 6 November 14th 7pm Builders without Borders talk with Walt Ansel (Mystic Seaport, CT)

3 of 6 November 21st 7pm Builders without Borders talk with Warren Barker (IRYS, RI)

4 of 6 December 12th 7pm Builders without Borders talk with Carolyn Corbin (Schooner Tyrone, ME)

5 of 6 December 14th 11am Builders without Borders talk with Soren Neilson (Viking Museum, Denmark)

6 of 6 December 17th 7pm Builders without Borders talk with Graham McKay (Lowell's Boat Shop, MA)

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Students on Site
Nov
11
to Nov 12

Students on Site

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Students are on-site at the Essex Historical Society and Shipbuilding Museum today, participating in our year-round programs focused on shipbuilding, environmental stewardship, and life skills.

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SPEAKEASY FUNDRAISER
Nov
9
6:00 PM18:00

SPEAKEASY FUNDRAISER

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Step Back in Time: 2024 Fall Fundraiser Speakeasy at the Essex Shipyard.

We’re excited to invite you to an unforgettable evening at the Essex Shipyard, where we’ll transform the space into a hidden, Prohibition-era speakeasy. Hidden barrooms will be waiting for you to explore, each offering a unique experience—from vibrant jazz lounges to cozy corners, there’s something to discover around every turn.

This event marks the start of our end-of-year fundraising campaign—a pivotal moment for us to secure the future of Essex’s rich maritime culture. Your investment is more than just a contribution. It’s a commitment to preserving centuries of shipbuilding craftsmanship, supporting hands-on educational programs, and ensuring the continued stewardship of the natural environment that shapes our coastal community. In recent years, we’ve experienced remarkable growth—expanding our programs, deepening community connections, and protecting more of our maritime heritage. With your support, we can continue this upward path, ensuring the legacy of Essex endures through innovative programs, stewardship efforts, and opportunities that inspire future generations of craftspeople and environmental stewards.

Tickets are limited, so be sure to secure yours soon!

  • Date: Saturday November 9th, 2024

  • Time: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

  • Location: Essex Shipyard, Essex Historical Society and Shipbuilding Museum

Join us for a night of discovery and celebration, knowing that your investment helps carry Essex’s maritime heritage into the future.

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BUILDERS WITHOUT BORDERS 1 of 6: Harold Burnham
Nov
5
7:00 PM19:00

BUILDERS WITHOUT BORDERS 1 of 6: Harold Burnham

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Join us for our 6 Speaker Series

1 of 6 November 5th 7pm Builders without Borders with Harold Burnham (Burnham Boat Building, MA)

2 of 6 November 14th 7pm Builders without Borders with Walt Ansel (Mystic Seaport, CT)

3 of 6 November 21st 7pm Builders without Borders with Warren Barker (IRYS, RI)

4 of 6 December 12th 7pm Builders without Borders with Carolyn Corbin (Schooner Tyrone, ME)

5 of 6 December 14th 11 am Builders without Borders with Soren Neilson (Viking Museum, Denmark)

6 of 6 December 17th 7pm Builders without Borders with Graham McKay (Lowell's Boat Shop, MA)

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Students on Site
Oct
28
to Oct 29

Students on Site

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Students are on-site at the Essex Historical Society and Shipbuilding Museum today, participating in our year-round programs focused on shipbuilding, environmental stewardship, and life skills.

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BUILD YOUR OWN BOAT
Oct
28
to Nov 1

BUILD YOUR OWN BOAT

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BUILD YOUR OWN ESSEX SALT MARSH DORY

TWO WEEK COURSE (10 weekdays) - 9am -2pm

October 21 - 25 2024 and

October 28 - November 1 2024

No experience? We’ve got you covered!

Join expert builder, Jeff Lane for a 10 day course and take your very own boat home with you at the end of the session!

Discover the timeless art of boatbuilding with the Essex Salt Marsh Dory. Designed by the skilled craftsman Charles A. Burnham, this capable little boat is perfect for single-handed rowing. Its compact size allows for easy storage and transportation, fitting on top of a car with roof racks. Experience the joy of building and launching your own dory in our introductory course, where you'll learn the fundamentals of boatbuilding, woodworking techniques, and the use of modern epoxy for a lightweight construction. No prior experience is required, as all tools and materials will be provided. Whether you're a novice or a seasoned enthusiast, join us for this immersive 10-day course and take home your very own bespoke dory.

The Brass Tacks:

Pay in Full $2800 or

Non -Refundable Deposit $500 required at registration, balance due before Oct 20th $2300.

4 boat minimum to run session. 8 boat maximum.

A capable little boat, the Essex Salt Marsh Dory is perfect for single handed rowing. Can be stacked compactly with others, fits on top of a car with some roof racks, and can be hauled in and out of the water easily by one person. 

This course is an introduction to fundamentals of boatbuilding, woodworking, common materials and techniques. Students will also be introduced to modern epoxy techniques that make this light build possible. 

No prior experience necessary, all tools and materials will be provided. Suitable for all skill levels. Children are welcome as long as they register and attend with a parent.

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LAST DAY FOR PUBLIC TOURS 2024
Oct
27
3:00 PM15:00

LAST DAY FOR PUBLIC TOURS 2024

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Although the Museum is alive all year long with students, volunteers, scholars, builders, workshops and events… We do give our docents a break during the winter while we refresh our exhibits.

Please check out our calendar for goings on - and subscribe to our newsletter to stay in the know!

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Shipyard Skill Session 10/26/24 - LOG MILLING
Oct
26
9:00 AM09:00

Shipyard Skill Session 10/26/24 - LOG MILLING

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Engage in in-depth, hands-on workshops led by experienced museum staff at the Essex Historical Society and Shipbuilding Museum. This unique and enriching opportunity allows participants to expand existing skills or dive into a new trade. Our workshops are designed to provide an immersive experience where you can gain practical, tangible skills under the guidance of professionals deeply knowledgeable in their fields.

Access to Rare Resources, Hands-On Learning, Reviving Traditional Trades, Cultural and Historical Context, Networking Opportunities

$85 per person/day

LOG MILLING

- Time: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

- Focus: Ideal for aspiring woodworkers, builders, and artisans who want to deepen their understanding of log processing and craftsmanship. Emphasizing both traditional and modern methods, the course covers the selection of logs, safe operation of milling equipment, and techniques to maximize yield from imperfect logs.

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